After trailing the Charlotte Hornets by as many as 11 points, a 10-0 Oklahoma City run in the second quarter helped OKC go into the half in a one-possession game.
The Thunder trailed the Hornets 59-57 at halftime in Oklahoma City’s opening game of the season.
Guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the team with 12 points and center Mike Muscala had nine off the bench. Lu Dort turned away from the 3-point line, instead choosing to drive into the lane frequently with the ball. It paid off, as he had 10 points on 3-for-6 shooting with four free throws.
LaMelo Ball led the Hornets with 13 points. He made five shots in nine minutes of play.